Ingredients for Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad
- Red Grapefruits
- Baby Spinach Leaves
- 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
- 2 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- White Wine Vinegar
- Dijon Mustard
- Canola Oil
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
How to Make Baby Spinach Avocado Grapefruit Salad
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly until the dressing is emulsified.
- Stir in the poppy seeds.
- Set aside.
- Peel and segment the grapefruit: Using a sharp knife, carefully peel the grapefruit, removing all the white pith. Section the grapefruit into segments, removing any remaining membranes.
- Arrange the spinach on individual plates or a large serving platter.
- Top the spinach with the sliced avocado and grapefruit segments.
- Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of the poppy seed dressing over each salad.
- Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, if desired.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
53g
Fat
8g
Carbs
6g